Whether the declining ratings also played into Food Network's decision not to renew Deen's contract despite her apology is unknown. The channel has declined to elaborate on its decision. Deen is scheduled to appear on NBC's "Today" on Wednesday.

Though Deen is one of the network's most visible personalities, "Paula's Favorite Dishes" is far from Food Network's highest rated shows. "Food Network Star" averages close to 3 million viewers and "Rachel vs. Guy" averages 2.2 million viewers.